Trade wars threaten to change the sewing and crafting community in a big way. This is true because the overwhelming majority of craft supplies are manufactured outside the USA. Likewise, the overwhelming majority of fabric comes from places like China, India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan. Recap At start of 2025, the USA imposed tariffs on some […]

What’s Inside I’ve owned a vintage Singer sewing machine table for a number of years, but am also familiar with Kenmore tables. Kenmore tables have a square cut out, while Singer tables have rounded corners. The oldest tables have hinges and a sewing machine that lifts out of the table. This doesn’t work for newer […]

I was interested in Singer manufacturing company history, particularly in Anderson, South Carolina. For this reason, I made a trip to the location and information is listed below. Anderson Singer company history has a backstory  William Church Whitner formed the first hydroelectric plant to transmit power over a long distance in the South. The power plant […]

There are a few reasons why your sewing machine won’t sew thick fabric. Once you understand the problem, you can craft an appropriate solution and complete projects with ease. Misconceptions There are 3 misconceptions about what kind of sewing machines can sew thick layers. #1 The Vintage Deception The overwhelming majority of sewing enthusiasts think […]

Information about 1st quilt making is oftentimes positive and enthusiastic. However, there are a few challenges to be aware of before embarking upon your first project. #1 Know Your Limits The overwhelming majority of first time quilters have a domestic sewing machine with a harp space of 6.5 to 7. The small amount of space […]